transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈper-ən(t)-sē 
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: something transparent
especially
: a picture (as on film) viewed by light shining through it or by projection
Synonyms
Examples of transparency in a Sentence
the transparency of a piece of glass
the transparency of their motives
He says that there needs to be more transparency in the way the government operates.
The professor used transparencies and an overhead projector during her lectures.
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In addition to examining energy use, Ferguson’s office said the workgroup will review data on job creation in the industry — a key measure for understanding the success of Washington’s tax incentive program, which has been shielded from transparency and accountability for years.
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Lulu Ramadan, ProPublica, 5 Feb. 2025
The Weeknd announced his boycott in 2021 after he was shut out of that year's awards, citing the complicated way nominees were determined at the time and accusing the Recording Academy of a lack of transparency.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025
This focus on transparency and measurable results sets Natural Pearl apart in a crowded industry.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
This can be achieved by establishing clear guidelines and limitations on the president’s pardon power, increasing transparency in the pardon process, and introducing checks and balances on the president’s ability to grant pardons.
—Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 2 Feb. 2025
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Lulu Ramadan, ProPublica, 5 Feb. 2025
The Weeknd announced his boycott in 2021 after he was shut out of that year's awards, citing the complicated way nominees were determined at the time and accusing the Recording Academy of a lack of transparency.
—Raechal Shewfelt, EW.com, 3 Feb. 2025
This focus on transparency and measurable results sets Natural Pearl apart in a crowded industry.
—Hilary Tetenbaum, USA TODAY, 2 Feb. 2025
This can be achieved by establishing clear guidelines and limitations on the president’s pardon power, increasing transparency in the pardon process, and introducing checks and balances on the president’s ability to grant pardons.
—Steven Delco, Hartford Courant, 2 Feb. 2025
See all Example Sentences for transparency
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“Transparency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/transparency. Accessed 8 Feb. 2025.
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transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
-ˈper-
plural transparencies
1
: the quality or state of being transparent
2
: a picture or design on glass, thin cloth, paper, or film viewed by shining light through it or by projection
Medical Definition
transparency
noun
trans·par·en·cy
tran(t)s-ˈpar-ən-sē
plural transparencies
: the quality or state of being transparent
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